HR2074: HR2074 5th Annual Green Egg and Kegs Festival at Dunwoody Village; recognize

26 LC 112 4209 House Resolution 2074 By: Representatives Tran of the 80th, Roberts of the 52nd, Panitch of the 51st, Drenner of the 85th, and Holcomb of the 101st A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the 5th Annual Green Egg and Kegs Festival at Dunwoody1 Village; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Green Egg and Kegs Festival, held in Dunwoody, has become one of the3 most anticipated annual community events in the region, bringing together residents, local4 businesses, and visitors for a celebration of food, beverage, music, and fellowship; and5 WHEREAS, the 5th Annual Green Egg and Kegs Festival, held at Du nwoody Village,6 continues to showcase the culinary talents of dozens of local r estaurants and chefs, along7 with a wide array of craft breweries, distilleries, and beverage partners, creating a vibrant and8 inclusive community gathering; and9 WHEREAS, the festival was founded by David Abes, a local restau rateur and community10 leader who envisioned an event that would bring people together to support local businesses11 and foster a stronger sense of community; and12 WHEREAS, since its inception, the Green Egg and Kegs Festival h as grown significantly13 in size and impact, evolving into a signature event known as on e of Dunwoody's premier14 H. R. 2074 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4209 annual celebrations and drawing participation from an expanding network of restaurants,15 sponsors, and attendees each year; and16 WHEREAS, the festival reflects Mr. Abes's broader commitment to building community17 through hospitality, including his efforts to create a dynamic gathering space in Dunwoody18 Village where residents can connect through shared dining and entertainment experiences;19 and20 WHEREAS, the Green Egg and Kegs Festival also serves an important charitable mission,21 with proceeds benefitting Breakthrough T1D, supporting research and advocacy for22 individuals living with type 1 diabetes; and23 WHEREAS, through its continued success, the festival has contri buted to the economic24 vitality of the Dunwoody area, strengthened partnerships among local businesses, and25 enhanced the cultural and social fabric of the community; and26 WHEREAS, the organizers, sponsors, volunteers, and participants of the Green Egg and27 Kegs Festival are deserving of recognition for their dedication to making this event a28 meaningful and lasting tradition.29 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that30 the members of this body recognize and commend the 5th Annual G reen Egg and Kegs31 Festival at Dunwoody Village and honor its founder, David Abes, for his vision, leadership,32 and commitment to community building.33 H. R. 2074 - 2 - 26 LC 112 4209 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized34 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to the35 organizers of the Green Egg and Kegs Festival and David Abes.36 H. R. 2074 - 3 -